Dealing with rejection is an inevitable part of life, and our response to it can reveal a lot about who we are as individuals.

Back in 2011, Marcus found himself in the role of a stay-at-home dad, taking care of his adorable infant son Micah while he navigated the job market. Marcus had sent out some feelers and resumes to a few different jobs, and one day he received a letter that didn’t contain the interview offer he had been eagerly anticipating. Instead, the package held yet another disappointing response.

Angry and fed up, Marcus tore the letter in half… He soon realized that the sound of the paper tearing brought pure joy to his 8-month-old’s ears. With a surge of inspiration, Marcus eagerly reached for his camera, eager to capture the enchanting sound of his baby’s laughter as it filled the room. As he carefully ripped the letter into strips, every tear would send little Micah into fits of uncontrollable laughter.

There’s nothing quite as heartwarming and amusing as the sound of a baby bursting into laughter! It’s incredible how one can find solace in the midst of disappointment, especially when you have a child who radiates pure happiness.

Marcus shared the video on his YouTube channel. In fact, it was the first thing he had ever posted there. He was shocked when the number of views kept going up! In just a matter of weeks, the incredibly cute video had garnered millions of views.

Now, after a span of eight years, the clip has garnered nearly 100 million views, solidifying its position as one of the most widely watched internet videos in history.

Just take a quick look at the video and you’ll understand why it has gained so much popularity. Micah’s infectious laughter, accompanied by every tear of the letter, fills your heart with joy!

Check out this adorable video below, and be sure to share it to brighten someone’s day.